👔 Gifts for Dad, by Budget: Under $25, $50, $100 and Up

TempPro TempSwift TP19H Instant-Read Meat Thermometer. A digital probe thermometer that reads in about one second, with a 2-inch auto-rotating backlit display, a magnetic back and an IP65 waterproof rating, per the listing. It’s for the dad who mans the grill and still cuts into the steak to check it. It’s useful in the kitchen too, but skip it if he already owns a good instant-read thermometer. Vibe: practical.

Ball Tatt Personalized Golf Ball Stamp. A self-inking stamp that marks his golf balls with a monogram or design in quick-dry permanent ink, with no refills needed, per the listing. It’s for golfers who play in groups where everyone’s ball looks the same. It’s small and inexpensive, but it’s personal in a way most golf accessories aren’t. Vibe: fun or sentimental.

Victorinox Classic SD Swiss Army Knife. A compact, Swiss-made pocketknife with 7 functions, small enough to live on a keychain, per the listing. It’s for the dad who’s always looking for scissors, a small blade or a nail file. Skip it if he already carries a multitool. Vibe: practical.

Pop Chart Major League Ballparks Scratch-Off Poster. A 12 x 16 in print of all 30 MLB stadiums. Scratching a park reveals a full-color stadium drawing underneath, and it’s printed on heavy archival card stock, per the listing. It’s for baseball fans who travel to games or want to start. The frame isn’t included. Vibe: fun. Pair it with tickets to the next park on the list.

A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. A funny memoir about attempting the Appalachian Trail, in paperback. It’s for dads who like a good read and the outdoors, whether or not they’d ever hike 2,000 miles. Ask around first, because it’s a popular book. Vibe: sentimental. Write a note inside the cover.

Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet (12 in). A made-in-USA cast iron pan that arrives seasoned and ready to use. It works on the stovetop, in the oven and at the campsite, per the listing. It’s for the weekend breakfast cook or the dad who wants a proper sear on a steak. Skip it if his kitchen already has a well-used cast iron pan. Vibe: practical.

Chemical Guys 7-Piece Car Cleaning Kit. Car wash soap, wheel cleaner, an interior cleaner and a microfiber wash mitt in one set, per the listing. It’s for the dad who washes his own car in the driveway and takes pride in it. The cleaners get used up, so it’s a gift that doesn’t add clutter. Vibe: practical.

Callaway Supersoft Golf Balls. A soft-feel ball built for distance and greenside control, per the listing. Golfers lose balls every round, so a box never goes to waste. It’s a safe pick even if you don’t know his game well. Skip it if he’s loyal to a different ball. Vibe: practical.

AeroPress Original Coffee Press. A compact, shatterproof brewer that makes a single strong cup in about two minutes and comes with 50 paper filters, per the listing. It’s for the dad who drinks coffee at home, at the office and at the campsite. Owners mention strong, rich coffee. It makes one cup at a time, so skip it if he brews for the whole house. Vibe: practical or fun.

JBL Clip 5 Portable Speaker. A small Bluetooth speaker with a built-in carabiner, an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating and up to 12 hours of playtime, per the listing. It’s for the dad who wants music or the game on while he works in the garage, the yard or by the pool. Vibe: fun.

Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp. A 400-lumen, waterproof headlamp with a red night mode that runs on AAA batteries, per the listing. It’s for early-morning fishing, late finishes on the trail and anyone who’s ever held a flashlight in his teeth under the sink. Skip it if he already owns a good headlamp. Vibe: practical.

DEWALT 20V MAX Drill and Impact Driver Kit (DCK240C2). A compact drill driver and impact driver pair with LED work lights, built to get into tight spaces, per the listing. It’s the core of most home projects, from hanging shelves to building a deck. It’s for the dad who’s been borrowing a neighbor’s drill or limping along with an old corded one. Skip it if he’s already invested in another brand’s battery system. Vibe: practical.

Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder. An entry-level burr grinder with fine steps for espresso and wider steps for drip and pour-over, per the listing. It’s for the dad who already brews good coffee and wants fresher grounds. Owners call it a consistent, easy entry-level espresso grinder, and opinions on noise and durability are mixed. Vibe: practical.

Ooni Koda 16 Gas Pizza Oven. A propane-powered outdoor pizza oven that reaches up to 950°F and cooks a stone-baked pizza in about 60 seconds after roughly 20 minutes of heating, per the listing. It’s for the backyard cook who has mastered the grill and wants a new project. It runs on propane only, not natural gas, and it needs outdoor space. Vibe: fun or luxe. Pizza night becomes a family tradition.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones. Over-ear wireless headphones with noise cancelling, Quiet and Aware modes, adjustable EQ and up to 24 hours of battery, per the listing. They’re for the dad who commutes, flies for work or just wants to hear his music over the lawnmower next door. A cable is included for wired use. Vibe: luxe or practical.